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Parks, Trails, & Gardens
Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden
A stunning display of approximately 1,600 roses, including more than 130 varieties.
The Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden is in bloom from March through December, with the roses usually at their peak in April and May. Maintained by the Balboa Park Rose Garden Corps, you may see them at work in the garden on Tuesday or Thursday mornings.
This garden is recognized as outstanding by several renowned organizations: Named an Outstanding Rose Garden in the U.S.A. by All-America Rose Selections in 1978; Received an Award of Excellence in 2003 from the World Federation of Rose Societies, and in 2014 was named in the Great Rosarians of the World Hall of Fame.
Events
There's always something new to experience at the Park! Check out the festivals, tours, concerts, and events scheduled all year long.
AttractionsAmerica's Finest City Half Marathon and 5K
San Diego’s most scenic half marathon – run from the Cabrillo National Monument atop the tip of Point Loma, along San Diego Bay, Harbor Island...
AttractionsBalboa Park 4-Miler
Presented by San Diego Track Club 59th Annual Tom Bache Balboa Park 4-Miler Saturday, August 31, 2024 Masters Start (age 40 and over) 7:30 am Open Sta...
